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📣 Interesting news from Renault Group as they make a significant move in the #autonomousmobility sector. With the reintroduction of their L4 service in Europe at the #rolandgarros tennis tournament in partnership with WeRide after extensive testing in Asia, this development showcases a continued commitment to deploying #autonomous shuttle services. ❗❗This initiative, while not groundbreaking in itself as a shuttle service 🚌 during a large event, highlights a pivotal step towards tapping into the expansive #robotaxi 🚕market. In an industry where several brands have ceased operations in recent years, this move sparks hope for the future of autonomy in public transportation 💹.. back in Europe. #RenaultGroup #WeRide #innovation #futureofmobility

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🚗💡 The landscape of affordable electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe is evolving rapidly. Recently, Volkswagen walked away from talks with Renault to jointly develop an electric version of the Twingo, a move that could reshape the market dynamics for affordable EVs. This decision means VW will now pursue its own path to create a low-cost EV, while Renault continues to design its electric Twingo, slated for a 2026 release. Both companies had hoped to share development costs to better compete against the influx of cheaper Chinese EVs. The potential partnership was seen as a step towards an "Airbus for autos," a unified European front against external competitors. At Expleo Group, we understand the critical role collaboration plays in driving innovation and cost-efficiency. This development raises a pivotal question: In the face of rising competition from Chinese automakers, should European car manufacturers prioritize collaboration over competition to accelerate EV advancements and cost reductions? https://lnkd.in/ej2fFFfN

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🚛Keynote address: 30 years of brake-by-wire systems: from the origins to today’s trends🚗 Jochen Buck, Project Leader of Electronic Brake Management Software at Daimler Truck AG Truck shared insights in the first keynote address of EuroBrake 2024. Jochen highlighted that brake-by-wire has been a game-changer in the trucking industry for nearly 30 years. Introduced in 1996, brake-by-wire has enhanced safety, efficiency, and comfort for truck drivers, fleet owners, and all road users. A tragic event in 1987 spurred the introduction of brake-by-wire in trucking as a critical safety feature, and its success hinges on a robust safety concept. Electrification is key to the development of electronically controlled braking systems, and looking ahead, brake-by-wire will be crucial in enabling automated driving functions. This technology has significantly evolved alongside advancements in materials, pneumatic brake technology, software, and CPUs. Electronic braking systems on tractors and trailers have notably reduced braking distances. Thanks Jochen for your insightful presentation! #EuroBrake2024 #BrakeByWire #BrakingTechnology #Innovation #AutomotiveSafety

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Happy to have been invited to Automotive Europe by Reuters to be one of three keynote speakers together with Carlos Tavarez of Stellantis and Istvan Kapitany of Shell. Very interesting meeting of the industry discussing the current topics in automotive. Top of the list is the question what to expect from the Chinese competition. Carlos Tavarez was very outspoken in how cost competitive Chinese vehicles are - he saw a 30% cost advantage ex works. In my speech I highlighted the opportunity there for both consumers and the environment: finally BEVs will become affordable. Stellantis as well as Arno Antlitz, CFO and COO of Volkswagen Group and I were very much united in our rejection of further tariffs for Chinese BEVs. This would increase inflation inside the protected area (BEVs will become more rather than less expensive), it will not help the OEMs to become more efficient, and Chinese OEMs – including us – will definitely set up local production and be highly competitive anyhow. Taking competition head on will be the right choice, and would be to the benefit of the consumer and environment – everybody should remember what happened in the mobile phone industry. I was happy to share with the attendees that in 2012 I was part of a study that conclusively proved that BEVs would never make sense (cost was just too high just for the raw material of the batteries), only now to see that we have reached levels of efficiency that made all of the conclusions at the time utterly wrong. Innovation, once unleashed and physically possible, can take routes previously unimaginable. Listening two days to all the changes in the industry it is very clear that the future of mobility will be battery electrical.

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Want a big job even with a traditional OEM? Increasingly, you need to have EV success on your resume. What do the following have in common: Martin Sander, new board member for sales, marketing and after sales at Volkswagen Frank-Steffen Dr. Walliser, new CEO at Bentley Motors Sherry House, CFO elect at Ford Motor Company Luca Napolitano, new chief sales and marketing officer at Stellantis Christine Feuell, new CEO at RAM Rory Harvey, new president, global markets at General Motors Dr. Manfred Harrer, new executive vice-president and head of Genesis & Performance Development Tech unit at Hyundai Motor Company (현대자동차)? All are fast-rising executives at so-called legacy OEMs that have been hired or promoted at least in part because of their experience in successfully driving electrification initiatives. The leadership teams, and in time the boardrooms too, of automotive firms are changing. C-suites that knew only of ICE coming up will age out and their replacements will need to have the skills required for a future when most sales will be electrified, if not fully electric. So don't believe anything you read about OEMs turning their back on the e-mobility revolution. Their hiring trends tell you they know they're only just beginning. And, if you're ambitious in the automotive world, better get some e-mobility on the CV pronto! https://lnkd.in/eZ4PVS54 #ev #automotive

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Wow! Back from two intensive days at #VECS2024. 🙂 Great discussion and inspiring presentations from brilliant minds. ✨ Stating perhaps the obvious, automotive industry is up for a multitude of challenges with a lot of uncertainties. 🤔 - Electrification that has more or less came to a halt. Some OEM's betting 100% on EV's 🔋 while others "the customers still want's combustion engines". 🔥 - The paradox defining Software Defined Vehicle (SDV). As many interpretations as people I talked to. Ranging from "It's a Nerd thing" to "It's fully going to revolution the automotive industry from a driver perspective!". 🎇 - All regulations thrown at the industry. With regional variances. 📚 Global standards? Apparently not. 🤦‍♂️ #CyberSecurity was a hot topic with a lot of interesting presentations and panel discussion. Key takeaway from that --> "The worst is yet to come!".

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EU releases possible tariffs for CN EV's: BYD, Geely, and SAIC 17,4%, 20% und 38,1% depending how cooperative they were in the anti-subsidy investigation. For all other EV producers a weighted average of 21% and for all non-cooperative the max. tariff of 38.1% may apply. Before was 10% for CN-->EU and for EU-->CN 15% import tariff but independent of companies. A grace period until 4.July applies to discuss with CN gov if other solution can be found. #batteries #electricvehicles

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#UrbanSafety: ZF Group’s Pioneering Collision Mitigation System (CMS) for City Buses ZF has unveiled its first Collision Mitigation System (CMS) tailored for city buses, representing a significant leap in urban transportation safety. This system leverages ZF’s extensive expertise in systems and components, offering active braking to prevent frontal collisions with vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians. The CMS is designed to protect external road users and minimize the adverse effects of sudden braking on bus passengers. At the heart of ZF's CMS is a sophisticated integration of radar, camera, and a central processing unit, coupled with an advanced braking system. This synergy allows for continuous traffic situation analysis and real-time response. The system employs state-of-the-art object detection and classification algorithms to identify potential hazards, issuing Forward Collision Warnings (FCW) and autonomously applying brakes when necessary to avoid or mitigate collisions. #SystemArchitecture and #Functionality #Radar and #CameraSensors: These sensors provide comprehensive environmental perception, enabling the detection of vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. Central Processing Unit (#CPU): The CPU processes sensor data to perform situational analysis and make quick decisions. #BrakingSystem: The braking system is designed to respond precisely to the CPU's commands, ensuring that braking pressure is modulated to minimize the impact on passengers while effectively reducing speed to avoid collisions. #KeyFeatures #AdvancedObjectDetection: Utilizing radar and camera data, the system can identify and classify objects with high accuracy, crucial for preventing accidents in complex urban environments. #AutomaticBraking: When a collision is imminent, the system automatically applies the brakes, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring passenger safety. #PassengerSafety: The CMS’s braking algorithms are finely tuned to the vehicle's speed and load, distributing braking force evenly to prevent passenger discomfort and loss of balance. #Compatibility: The CMS is designed to be compatible with both electric and internal combustion engine buses, making it versatile for various bus models and manufacturers. Extending ZF’s ADAS Leadership: Philipp Helmich, Head of Vehicle Dynamics Product Lines at ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions division, emphasizes that the City Bus CMS exemplifies ZF’s commitment to advancing safety in urban mobility. ZF’s City Bus CMS represents a strategic enhancement in the safety portfolio for OEMs and fleet operators. By providing advanced safety features through an integrated system, ZF is setting new standards in urban transportation safety. Initially launched in Europe, the system is poised for a global rollout, marking a significant step in ZF’s Next Generation Mobility strategy. #Automotive #Safety #Bus #UrbanSafety #ActiveSafety #ADAS #CollisionMitigation #UrbanMobility

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Shanzhai in reverse ? → Stellantis will distribute Leapmotor electric vehicles in Europe starting September 2024. → The joint venture, Leapmotor International, is majority-owned by Stellantis (51%). → Initial launch countries include Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and Romania. → Plans to establish 200 sales outlets by the end of 2024, expanding to over 500 by 2026. → The move leverages Stellantis’ extensive retail distribution network and Leapmotor’s BEV technology. → Further expansion planned for South America, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific by late 2024. → The collaboration raises questions about the adoption of the “copycat” or “Shanzhai” strategy, as Stellantis aligns with a Chinese EV manufacturer. → It took decades of Shanzhai by Chinese auto companies to learn and innovate. Will Western automakers flip the script and play the other side ? 🤔 Source: https://lnkd.in/eFbfcTvH, https://lnkd.in/ewnF_Xt6 #AutomotiveIndustry #EVs #Stellantis #Leapmotor #Innovation #Shanzhai

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The transition to electric vehicles will impose a "significant burden" on suppliers, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said, as Western automakers race to cut costs and compete with Chinese peers. Tavares said the challenge for automakers was to sell EVs, whose production costs are 40 to 50 percent higher than cars with internal combustion powertrains, at the same price as equivalent ICE models. This forces them to cut costs at every level of their operations, including supply chains and logistics. https://lnkd.in/eCr59iTf

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Sweden shows impressive electric vehicle adoption, with plug-in EVs taking over half the market (56.9%) in April 2024. What are your thoughts on the future of EVs in Sweden? Share your insights below! #evs #electricvehicles #sustainability #emobility #electriccars

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🚌 2024 Q1 Update from Buses is published ! 📈    Positive trend with a stronger demand for coaches and a higher order book by the end of Q1.   📚 Orders for 45 electric buses confirmed, contributing to the transition towards electric vehicles. 🌍 Deliveries increased by 10%, notably in Mexico. 💰 Net sales surged by 21% ! 📉 Reported operating income improved to SEK 259 M from last year's -1,261. 🇵🇱 Completion of bus production wind-down in Poland 🔌 Exciting launch of Volvo BZR Electric in March, a new electromobility platform for various operations.   More details in the full report! #VolvoBuses #Q1Update 🚍🔋 SOURCE : Volvo Group Q1 Report

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Today, we published our annual ESG Report. Flip to page 25 to read all about the Prologis Mobility team’s progress in 2023, including 2 million miles of EV truck travel and charging 1/5 of all Class 8 EV trucks in California. I am so happy and fortunate to work at a company where sustainability is in our core DNA.   I’m especially excited to highlight our 2030 goal: achieving 900 MW of EV charging capacity across a portfolio of hubs, depots and workplace charging locations. Contextually, that big Denker project I shared last week had 9MW of EV charging capacity. It might sound like a nearly impossible goal, but you would be surprised by how many customers are looking to transition their fleets – and our team has the drive to make it happen.    Read the ESG Report: https://prolo.gs/45ctXmF #ESGReport #electrification #EVCharging

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↘ Germany is losing its position as the leading European market for e-mobility in terms of vehicle volume sold. 🚗 While new BEV registrations in Germany fell by 14% to 81 thousand units, the United Kingdom recorded growth of 11% to 84 thousand BEVs. 🚗France also reported a strong increase of 24% to 80 thousand BEVs. Even if you include PHEVs, the United Kingdom with 127 thousand new registrations is just ahead of Germany with 126 thousand EVs and France with 119 thousand EVs. More information: Electromobility Report 2024: https://lnkd.in/eNx_NNbT

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Weight must be cut in half? I've test driven several Stellantis EVs and they tend to be very inefficient. Tavares blames the lack of #range in his vehicles being overweight forgetting efficiency. 👨🏼‍🔬Put them on a diet and make them stop wasting energy.🔬 For how long can one delay getting serious with #electrification when understanding hidrogen is not an option? The declarations ping pong, one week week standing behind them and the next week highlighting how difficult EVs are won't help either. #battery #overallweight #aerodynamics #bespokeEVplatforms #RnD #ChineseCompetition #energyefficiency #hope Òscar Cardoner i Campi Emilio José Fernández Rey Lars Hoffmann Ricardo Oliveira John Curtis 🚗 ⚡️ Dr Lucy Davey MBBS BSc Abigayle André Sebastian Henßler Richard Boullemier ⚡️ Euan McTurk Fernando Pina Rubio Julien Marchal Javier Costas Franco

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Californian drivers appear to be losing some enthusiasm for Tesla. A California Auto Outlook report shows year-over-year Tesla registrations are down again in the state. The report, published on Monday by the California New Car Dealers Association, summarizes first-quarter vehicle registration figures statewide. The report said Tesla saw a 7.8% dip in sales in California in the first quarter, down from 54,265 in the last quarter of 2023 to 50,025 in Q1. The drop follows last quarter's 9.8% decline. Read more in Business Insider https://lnkd.in/exaHWtm5

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"Chinese EV manufacturers like Xpeng, BYD & GWM are making waves in Europe with their innovative and affordable electric vehicles, challenging traditional market trends." While in Paris recently, I spotted a surge of electric vehicles in Paris, including models from BYD and Tesla and was able to see the BYD product up close at a dealership. The Big 3 is in trouble. Are the competitive prices of these Chinese EVs attributed to government intervention, lower labor costs in China? Or is it simply superior manufacturing prowess driving their success? Or perhaps the productivity surge that accompanies workers living in a Socialist worker's paradise? The Biden administration's decision to impose a 100% tariff on imports may safeguard American automakers in the short term but could impact consumers. As an industry professional in Detroit, I understand the importance of the Big 3's stability. However, with electric vehicles gaining traction, adaptation is crucial to avoid a challenging transition. Check out more insights on the evolving EV landscape: [Link to EV Magazine] #ElectricVehicles #EVIndustry #AutomotiveTrends #Innovation #MarketDisruption

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We are founding - Hybrid Alliance! Its a great pleasure to anounce our founding meeting will take place at June 20th. The transportation sector accounts for about 23% of global CO2 emissions (IAE, UNECE 2023), with road transport being the main contributor. The urgency to reduce emissions has never been clearer. The Hybrid Alliance focus on public and political discussion to accelerate decarbonizing the vehicle sector, particularly commercial transport, through innovative hybrid electric powertrain technology. Join the ranks to accelerate the adoption of hybrid technology and significantly reduce emissions. Are you excited about - Networking Opportunities with industry leaders, policymakers, and influencers - Access to Educational Resources on hybrid technology advancements - Collaboration on Innovative Projects with other members - Market Insights for staying ahead in the industry - Legislative Influence to impact policy decisions - Opportunity to take part shaping a forefront organization Let us talk - contact us at info@hyep-alliance.org. #SustainableTransport #HybridAlliance #Decarbonization #Innovation #GreenTechnology

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